In the Linear Programming Formulation of the Shortest Route Problem

question 2

Multiple Choice

In the linear programming formulation of the shortest route problem, the constraint for each node represents

• A) capacity on each path.
• B) conservation of flow.
• C) capacity on each branch.
• D) minimum flow.

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